The Mind Lab: Is professional development a ‘nice to have’? Introducing Micro- Credentials.

Is professional development a ‘nice to have’?

The Mind Lab believes learning is for life, and PD is a necessity that allows educators to remain relevant, focused and passionate about what they do. To meet the challenge of squeezing learning into a busy schedule, it’s designed new NZQA accredited micro-credentials.

Micro-credentials are perfect packages of high-quality learning, delivered in manageable and practical formats. Think of them like a ‘crash course’ on the future – bringing you up to speed on what matters today but also what’s critical for a thriving tomorrow.

What’s on offer?

Delivered online, and combining selfdirected learning with live sessions, these courses are accessible from wherever you are, helping you manage the balance between work and wellbeing.

Digital and Collaborative Teaching and Learning

Gain the perfect combination of pedagogical foundations and innovative approaches to teaching with our selfpaced micro-credential specifically for educators, focused on preparing you for both current and future learners of Aotearoa. • 15 weeks of online, part-time learning for just $900 incl GST.

Digital Skills for the Workplace

A fun, collaborative and practical course to improve digital skills and build online confidence. You’ll get hands-on experience with digital tools that you can take straight back to your classroom, and you’ll create a tight-knit community of learners with weekly sessions. • 7 weeks of online, part-time learning – free for 2021, $295 incl GST from 2022 onwards.

Leading Beyond Sustainability

This is a brand new, compact online course covering a range of innovative and diverse approaches to sustainability underpinned by indigenous values. You’ll walk away with knowledge, tools and capability to help you begin to make practical and positive changes in your school or education context. • 8 weeks of online, part-time learning – free for 2021, $900 incl GST from 2022 onwards.

Why take on a micro-cred?

The Mind Lab’s strong industry network and focus on applied practical learning means all micro-credentials have been designed in collaboration with the real world. There’s no outdated theory-based learning, no textbooks and no longwinded lectures. And because of their short, sharp, deep learning nature, you’ll gain that satisfaction of being able to apply your new knowledge immediately. They’re also the perfect way to get back into the professional development journey, offering bite-sized learning at its best. Micro-credentials are ideal for today’s busy lives. By Anna Reid of The Mind Lab and Tech Futures Lab.

New learning options for your busy life

Comprising both self-directed learning and weekly live-online class sessions, our programme schedules recognise the need to balance work and wellbeing.

Check out the NZQA accredited microcredentials available at The Mind Lab:

Digital & Collaborative Teaching & Learning Digital Skills for the Workplace Leading Beyond Sustainability

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Frances Valintine, CEO & Founder of The Mind Lab